By Kyle Kamp, RDN, LD Is there anything more exciting than preparing for a trip to the mountains? I’d argue the mere potential of seeing wildlife and stepping foot in few places that others have wondered is reason enough to keep me coming back for more. In the same breath, I’d say there’s very little that produces as much anxiousness...
Protein, Fats, and DIY Backcountry Meals, Oh My!
By Kyle Kamp, RDN, LD What’s the first reply you’d come up with if someone asked what your main goal is in preparing food for the backcountry? My guess is you wouldn’t say “Ehhh, I don’t give it much thought. I’m just out there to survive”. A person could theoretically throw some rice, a few packets of seasoning, and a...
Carbohydrates and DIY Backcountry Meals
By Kyle Kamp, RDN, LD We’ve looked at the overall benefits of dehydrating your own meals to take in the backcountry. The question that we usually want to be answered next is “what do I take?”. Most meals are built on three main components: carbohydrates, proteins, and fat. While each serves their own purpose, we’ll start with carbohydrates as it...
Benefits of DIY Backcountry Meals and Nutrition Performance
By Kyle Kamp, RDN, LD Packaged food has gotten a bad reputation as of late; however, I’d be the first guy to admit that shoveling in a Mountain House after a tough hike tastes like a gourmet meal. I’m talking gourmet as in a five-star restaurant where your name has to be on ‘the list’ for months before you can...
Snack Ideas for Hiking and Biking
By Kim Pierce, MS, RD, LDN, CDE I’m a snack girl! People always seem to comment on the fact that I bring snacks everywhere I go. I’m here to explain why I do. I find that I am ALWAYS hungry. When I get hungry, I want to make sure I’m providing myself with good nutrition and energy in whichever snack...
Wild Edibles of the Northwest – Part Two
by Rachel Patrick, RDN, LD Live to eat or eat to live? Whether you find yourself in a survival situation or just want to try a few backcountry delicacies, expand your outdoor knowledge with this guide exploring some foods that can be foraged, nutrition information, and preparation ideas. If you missed the previous part of this guide about wild edibles,...
Cake Batter Hummus
Oh, yes! Hummus CAN taste like chocolate cake batter! This hummus recipe is unlike any dehydrated hummus recipe you’ve likely taken into the backcountry up until now. The recipe is incredibly simple and only takes a few minutes to prepare at home. The hummus takes even less time to rehydrate in the backcountry which is important when your stomach is...
Wild Edibles of the Northwest – Part One
by Rachel Patrick, RDN, LD Today, I’d like to share tips on consuming wild edibles during your next adventure. For visitors and natives of the Northwestern United States, I have created a list including a few foods that can be eaten in the wild, some nutrition facts, identification, and food preparation ideas. Whether you are looking for safe foods in...
Foods to Improve Blood Flow
by Briana Bruinoodge, RD, CPT Ever felt your toes tingle, or your calf cramp up when you’re halfway to the top of a mountain peak? Poor blood flow to these areas of the body could be contributing to muscle cramps or a numbness feeling in your toes or fingers. Improved blood flow, or circulation of blood, oxygen, and nutrients throughout...
What to Eat and Drink while Exercising in Hot Weather
by Briana Bruinooge, RD, CPT Piggy-backing off of my good friend, Kasey Hutchinson’s expert nutrition advice, I thought I’d focus on how summer is around the corner and temperatures are getting hot, so what should you eat and drink on your athletic adventure? Fluid Loss and Impaired Performance It is important to eat and drink properly throughout the day while exercising in...
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